“dead in our trespasses and sins . . . without God in the world.” (Eph. 2:1a, 12b)

“we all stumble in many ways.” (Ja. 3:2a)

“I’m rich; I have become wealthy and need nothing . . . wretched, pitiful, poor, blind, and
naked.” (Rev. 3:17)

If you try to sit, I’ll tax your seat

If you get too cold, I’ll tax the heat

If you take a walk, I’ll tax your feet

“the Son of Man has come to seek and to save the lost.” (Luke 19:10)

1) It was immediate
2) It was courageous
3) It was absolute
4) It was miraculous

Luke 15:22-24

Luke 15:7

J.C. Ryle: “It’s a far more important event than being married, or coming of age, or
being made a nobleman, or receiving a great fortune. It is the birth of an immortal
soul! It is the rescue of a sinner from hell! It is a passage from death to life!”
“The soul that has received God’s grace does not want to go to heaven alone.”

Luke 18:9-14

2 Cor. 5:17